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EV charging trends for 2023 and the future of electrification

My Energi

Most trends come and go, but it’s safe to say that the future of transport is electric. Eco-smart charging will become commonplace Continuing on the theme of domestic charging, it’s worth mentioning the importance of future-proof tech and the ability to harness self-generated energy to charge your EV.

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The Future of Charging: Bidirectional V2G

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Smart charging allows you to control your EV charging by connecting it to a smart device. Hence, you can manage the charging time and rate by using data connections between the smart charger and the EV. Just like V2G, the Vehicle to Home or V2H uses built-in converters in bidirectional chargers to convert AC to DC.

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The Role of Power Utilities in Turning EVs into a Grid Asset – Part 2

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In the not-so-distant future, the batteries in millions of EVs can become an integral component of a renewable energy ecosystem. When wind and sun are plentiful, excess clean energy can be stored in the batteries of EVs that are parked and connected to smart chargers.

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BMW, Ford and Honda to create new company focused on optimizing EV grid services: ChargeScape

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ChargeScape aims to provide energy management services to help support grid resiliency while looking ahead to the future of V2G capabilities that will benefit both EV customers and electric utilities. This will support the many EV customers who do not use “smart" chargers at home, as their EVs would otherwise be unreachable for grid services.

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Best EV To Own To Survive a Zombie Apocalypse?

My Energi

The Honda E has almost been designed with one eye on the movie screens and almost defines the nature of the phrase, ‘Back to the future’ We could certainly see Will Smith hurtling through the abandoned streets of New York City, taking out a few zombies along the way.

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The Essential Guide to EV Smart Charging and Smart Energy Management

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Why Driivz for Smart EV Charging and Smart Energy Management? What is EV Smart Charging? Smart EV charging uses intelligence to manage when and how an electric vehicle plugged into a smart charger will receive power for charging based on the cost of electricity, its availability, and the needs of the driver.